BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of development experience with any modern programming language (including but not limited to Python, C++, Rust, Go) in lieu of a degree; OR a bachelor’s degree in security engineering, cyber security, computer science, engineering, math, or other STEM discipline
- Experience developing security architectures and primitives (i.e. TLS, Zero-Trust)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 4+ years of development experience with any modern programming language (including but not limited to Python, C++, Rust, Go)
- Master's degree and/or Doctor of Philosophy in security engineering, cyber security, computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline
- Experience building automation between tools and systems
- Experience performing analytics against aggregated log data, and building configurations to parse and handle log data from systems and tools
- Familiarity with enterprise security controls and security best practices for Windows, Linux, and Mac systems
- Familiarity with cloud security services, concepts, and best practices
- Strong familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and source control technologies
- Track record of getting things done quickly and with quality
- Demonstrated ability to operate in a dynamic, evolving environment
- Ethical character and uncompromised integrity
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Security Engineer /Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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